tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837088162337047808.comments2010-08-24T20:12:05.558-04:00Ensemble Fitness Clubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05480134288682586245noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837088162337047808.post-56332480648588489612010-08-24T20:12:05.558-04:002010-08-24T20:12:05.558-04:00Research has shown benefits of strength training for as young as 6 years old, BUT, "strength training" can be modified pus-ups, modified pull-ups, bodyweight squats, lunges, etc. You can use bands, tubing, balls, and even weights. Choices need to be made on a risk vs. benefit basis. Again, a well designed program that is well supervised and with kids that can follow directions.Ensemble Fitness Clubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05480134288682586245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837088162337047808.post-45530287349842925612010-08-24T18:36:58.720-04:002010-08-24T18:36:58.720-04:00At what age is it considered safe to start?Julie Shermannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837088162337047808.post-18686928449819651312009-10-21T16:46:01.661-04:002009-10-21T16:46:01.661-04:00Great post! These are good, useful suggestions. childhood obesity really is a family issue. Parents must be involved; they're either part of the solution or they're part of the problem, as the saying goes.Julie Goodalehttp://life-cise.comnoreply@blogger.com